Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Chemical Engineering
University of New South Wales – Kensington NSW
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job DescriptionThe Opportunity Join the School of Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in a Teaching and Research role.
The role supports strategic growth in sustainable processing, decarbonisation, circularity, digital and AI-enabled chemical engineering, while building on the School's research strengths and delivering teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
As a Lecturer, you will contribute through teaching, curriculum development and scholarly activity, and support students through engaging learning experiences.
As a Senior Lecturer, you will also build a strong research profile, contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and industry engagement, and provide leadership in teaching, research and curriculum development.
Position Details
SalaryLecturer (Level B) – AUD $133,065 to $156,864 per annum + 17% superannuation
Senior Lecturer (Level C) – AUD $161,619 to $185,422 per annum + 17% superannuation
Employment type: Full-time
Appointment type: Fixed term - 2-years
Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
Reporting line: This role reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports
About You
You are an academic with expertise in chemical engineering or a closely related field, with the ability to contribute to teaching & research aligned with the School's priorities.
You are committed to advancing your discipline knowledge while delivering engaging learning experiences through teaching, assessment, curriculum development and educational technologies.
You will bring experience in teaching, learning design and supporting diverse students, along with a robust commitment to student success.
Success in this role requires a collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to work across disciplines, build relationships with industry and qualified networks, and contribute to the School's research excellence and future growth.
At Senior Lecturer level, you will also bring research leadership, a strong track record of high-impact research, and experience mentoring colleagues and supervising HDR students to completion.
About UNSW
The School of Chemical Engineering at UNSW Sydney is a world-leading chemical engineering school, recognised for high-quality education and cutting-edge research.
Ranked among the top 50 globally,



the School has internationally recognised research strengths across Advanced Process Systems Engineering, Biomaterials and Medical Devices, Energy, Environmental Processes and Technologies, Food and Health, Macromolecular and Interfacial Engineering, and Sensor Technology and Advanced Materials.
Skills and Experience Level B
A PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods
Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design & development at a variety of levels and scales)
Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable)
Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives
Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with explicit evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership
A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry
High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff
Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships
Evidence of highly developed interpersonal & organisational skills
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies & guidelines
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health & safety training
Level C
A PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience




Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge & developments
Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level
Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods
Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others
Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development & improvement
Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning
Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity diversity & inclusion initiatives
Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership
Experience in successfully recruiting and supervising high calibre students
Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships
Evidence of highly developed interpersonal & organisational skills
Demonstrated ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning & teaching initiatives
An understanding of and commitment to UNSW's aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies & guidelines
Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health & safety training
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities.
UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to adaptable work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
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📌 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer In Chemical Engineering (New South Wales)
🏢 University Of New South Wales
📍 New South Wales